Description
30-Minute Peanut Beef Rolls are a tasty and quick-to-make dish, combining tender beef with a creamy peanut sauce, wrapped in crisp lettuce or rice paper. These rolls are full of flavor and make an excellent appetizer or a light, healthy main dish. Perfect for a weeknight meal or to impress guests at a dinner party!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or thinly sliced beef)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup coconut milk (or water for a lighter option)
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Fresh lettuce leaves or rice paper wraps
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Chopped peanuts (for garnish, optional)
- Fresh lime wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes). If using sliced beef, stir-fry the beef until cooked through and tender.
- Prepare the Peanut Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), rice vinegar, honey (or brown sugar), creamy peanut butter, coconut milk, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Beef and Sauce: Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the beef in the skillet. Cook for another minute, stirring constantly to release the flavors. Then, pour the peanut sauce over the beef and stir to coat. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is heated through and thickened slightly. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the Rolls: To assemble, take a lettuce leaf or rice paper wrap and spoon a portion of the peanut beef mixture into the center. If using lettuce, simply fold the sides in and roll it up like a wrap. If using rice paper, carefully soak it in warm water for a few seconds, then add the beef mixture and roll it tightly.
- Serve: Arrange the rolls on a serving platter and garnish with fresh cilantro, chopped peanuts, and lime wedges. Serve immediately while the rolls are fresh and the filling is warm.
Notes
- If you prefer a lighter version, substitute the creamy peanut butter with peanut butter powder or use light coconut milk.
- You can make these rolls in advance and refrigerate them for a few hours before serving. Just make sure to store them tightly wrapped to prevent them from drying out.
- If you’d like more veggies, you can add shredded carrots, cucumber, or bell pepper to the rolls for extra crunch and flavor.
- For a vegan version, replace the beef with plant-based protein like tofu or tempeh, and ensure that your peanut butter is free of animal products.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg